When I update apps, why is it showing the old apple ID I used, and not the new one? And, is there any way to fix this?

Im trying to update some games, but it is saying the password to the OLD apple ID is incorrect, but I don't use that one anymore, so it’s not letting me update my apps. Is there anyway to solve this besides going back to the old apple ID?

Posted on Jun 11, 2024 11:58 AM

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Jun 11, 2024 12:06 PM in response to helloismsn

You have two options. You can delete the games from your device and download them again under your new Apple ID. Or, if the previous Apple ID is still active, you could set up Family Sharing between the two IDs.


Generally speaking, it's not a good idea to change Apple IDs unless there's a really serious reason (e.g. identity theft). As purchases can't be transferred from one ID to the other, this is the situation you end up with. In future, if you change your email address, you can simply update the Apple ID rather than creating a new one.

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When I update apps, why is it showing the old apple ID I used, and not the new one? And, is there any way to fix this?

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